In an April 15, 2026 press release, Councilwoman Beth Carrigg announced that a majority of Lexington County Council voted to move forward with the development of "Chapin Park" — more than 200 county-owned acres in the unincorporated Chapin area. The proposed live-work-play community includes the potential for over 2,500 technology jobs, a new library, an amphitheater, and a commercial and dining village.
Read Full StatementThe South Carolina House of Representatives adopted a formal resolution recognizing and honoring Beth Carrigg upon her unanimous election as Chairwoman of the Lexington County Council — only the second woman in the council's history to hold that position.
Read the Full ResolutionThe South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that Cardiff Products Corporation, a beverage manufacturer, selected Lexington County for its first South Carolina operation — a $99.6 million investment creating 94 new jobs. Chairwoman Beth Carrigg welcomed the company, citing the strength of the county's workforce and community.
Read Full ArticleLexington County's Land Development Division released its 2023 Floodplain Management Plan progress report, detailing steps taken to address flooding risks across the county. Chairwoman Beth Carrigg emphasized the county's commitment to preparedness against future flood events.
Read Full ArticleThe South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits of South Carolina is investing $80 million to relocate its operations to a new, state-of-the-art distribution facility in Lexington County's Saxe Gotha Industrial Park.
Read Full ArticleThe Lexington County Chronicle reports that Beth Carrigg was unanimously elected as chair of Lexington County Council — only the second woman in the council's history to hold the position, following Debbie Summers who served as chair in 2009.
Read Full ArticleThe State reports on Lexington County's concurrency ordinance — the first of its kind in South Carolina — as it works through its first major test cases. Councilwoman Beth Carrigg explains why she believes Lexington County could serve as a model for the rest of the state.
Read Full ArticleWLTX News 19 covers Lexington County's reinstatement of school concurrency requirements — a policy Beth Carrigg championed to ensure that new residential development does not outpace the capacity of local schools and essential infrastructure.
Read Full ArticleThe New Irmo News reports that a years-long effort to open a strip club on a Fernandina Road property near Costco has come to an end. Councilwoman Beth Carrigg confirmed the withdrawal of the alcoholic beverage license application, citing zoning violations and disqualifying evidence uncovered during legal proceedings.
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